ECOBALLIFE

📢ECOBALLIFE Featured in Infodefensa We are excited to announce that ECOBALLIFE has been featured in the prestigious Spanish military journal Infodefensa. The article written by our esteemed partner AITEX was presented by General García García de las Hijas, Head of the Army Logistics Support Command, at the 2E+I Army Forum in Toledo. Following the presentation, several printed copies of the magazine were distributed among the attendees. 🔍 Key Highlights: 🔹ECOBALLIFE is a European research initiative funded by the European Defence Fund. The project commenced on September 1, 2023, and will run for 42 months. 🔹Consortium: Led by TECNALIA Research & Innovation, the project involves 16 partners from 6 countries, including Spain, Finland, Czechia, Italy, France, and Portugal. 🔹Objectives: ECOBALLIFE aims to strengthen European defence capabilities and the competitiveness of the European defence industry by developing innovative materials and technologies that provide high levels of protection against a wide range of threats, thereby reducing the risk to soldiers’ physical integrity. 🔹Research Focus: The project focuses on new material concepts and technologies for personal and military platform protection against new threats such as blast overpressure, lasers, microwaves, and STANAG level 5-6. It also aims to optimize existing solutions to ensure their reliability throughout their lifecycle. 📰To read the article, visit ecoballife.eu and check our news section. You can also follow our progress on LinkedIn https://lnkd.in/eaSHYkjU. TECNALIA Research & Innovation AITEX VTT Commissariat a l'Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives CITEVE Miilux Oy Exote Oy Leonardo FYC Plus Ethics Petroceramics OLMAR | Autoclaves & Additive Manufacturing Everythink Sasia Reciclagem Fibras Têxteis AMIRES BOGGES, spol. s r.o. European Defence Agency European Defence Fund #DefenceInnovation #EuropeanSecurity #MilitaryTech

ECOBALLIFE Annual Consortium Meeting Highlights 🚀 Our recent annual meeting demonstrated significant progress through in-depth discussions and collaborations. Here are the key takeaways: 🔹 First External Advisory Board Meeting: We were honoured to welcome representatives from the Italian Ministry of Defence and Spanish Police units. Their insights and feedback are invaluable as we continue to advance our project. 🔹 Stakeholder Workshop: Led by TECNALIA Research & Innovation, we conducted a strategic workshop to enhance our collaborative efforts and ensure all stakeholders are aligned with our project goals. 🔹 Eco-Design & Simulation: We reviewed current and optimised solutions and continue to develop new eco-friendly designs. 🔹 Personal and Platform Protection Systems: We are improving existing technologies and innovating new protection methods against current and emerging threats. 🪖 🔹 Assessment & Validation Study: We continue to evaluate the durability, performance, and quality of our solutions. 🔹 Environmental Assessment & Recyclability: We are concentrating on materials' recyclability and environmental impact. 🌱 Supported by the European Defence Agency and funded by the European Defence Fund, ECOBALLIFE aims to strengthen European defence capabilities and the competitiveness of the European defence industry. Our ultimate goal is to develop new materials and technologies that provide high levels of protection against a wide range of threats, ensuring soldiers' safety. 🛡️ Thank you to all participants for their contributions and to CITEVE and Gilda Santos for hosting us. 🙌 To learn more, visit ecoballife.eu and follow the project's progress on LinkedIn https://lnkd.in/eaSHYkjU   🤝TECNALIA Research & Innovation AITEX VTT Commissariat a l'Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives CITEVE Miilux Oy Exote Oy Leonardo FYC Plus Ethics Petroceramics OLMAR | Autoclaves & Additive Manufacturing Everythink Sasia Reciclagem Fibras Têxteis AMIRES BOGGES, spol. s r.o.   #DefenceInnovation #EuropeanSecurity #MilitaryTech

We were privileged to participate in the AuxDefense Conference, a leading event focused on advanced materials for defence applications. Held from June 20-22, 2024, in Braga, Portugal, this conference brought together key stakeholders, including researchers, end-users, and military personnel, to discuss the latest advancements in defence technologies. 🪖 Represented by our esteemed partners, CITEVE and AITEX, we contributed to driving innovation forward by showcasing our expertise in textile and recyclable materials. 🧵Our representative, Gilda Santos, delivered an insightful presentation on our innovative contributions to eco-designed ballistic systems. José Gisbert Gomis joined the event, further supporting our presence. At ECOBALLIFE, a project funded by the European Defence Fund and supported by the European Defence Agency, we are dedicated to developing durable, lightweight protection solutions against current and emerging threats. Our project aims to enhance European defence capabilities by creating new materials and technologies that ensure high levels of protection while maintaining environmental sustainability. 🌱 Thank you to all the military professionals and defence experts who joined the #AuxDefense2024. Follow our LinkedIn page to stay updated on military protection systems. #AUXDefense2024 #ECOBALLIFE #SustainableDefence

#WorldEnvironmentDay2024: Advancing Eco-Friendly Defence 🌿 This World Environment Day reminds us of the urgent need for sustainability in every sector, including defence. ECOBALLIFE is a European Defence Fund project focused on sustainability in defence technology. 🛡️The defence sector is on a mission to reduce its environmental footprint. #ECOBALLIFE, funded by the European Defence Agency, is at the forefront of this green revolution. Our objective is clear: to recycle ballistic materials, implement sustainable manufacturing, and perform Life-Cycle Assessment (LCA) for defence systems. This is our way of contributing to the UN Decade on #EcosystemRestoration. 🌱 With ECOBALLIFE, we’re not just protecting lives; we’re safeguarding our planet. 🌍 TECNALIA Research & Innovation AITEX VTT Commissariat a l'Energie Atomique et aux Energies Alternatives CITEVE Miilux Oy Exote Oy Leonardo FYC Plus Ethics Petroceramics OLMAR | Autoclaves & Additive Manufacturing Everythink Sasia Reciclagem Fibras Têxteis AMIRES BOGGES, spol. s r.o. #WED2024 #EcoBallisticSolutions #SustainableDefence

CITEVE & ECOBALLIFE at #Techtextil2024: Pioneering Sustainable Defence Solutions 🚀Innovation met sustainability at #Techtextil2024!🌿 🌍In the 20th Techtextil, held from April 23-26, international exhibitors unveiled the latest updates in technical textiles, nonwovens, and textile technologies. 🧵 CITEVE, represented by Gilda Santos, took centre stage with a compelling presentation on “Military Revolution: Innovative Prototyping and Sustainable Defence Solutions through Additive Manufacturing and Digitalisation.”👏 🛡️Gilda also introduced our project, ECOBALLIFE, an initiative under the European Defence Fund, and showcased groundbreaking approaches to sustainable ballistic defence.💡 🌱Our commitment to eco-friendly innovation was evident as we discussed the integration of additive manufacturing and digitalisation in creating resilient yet sustainable defence solutions.🪖 📸Swipe through to see moments from our presentation and the innovative ECOBALLIFE project making waves at #Techtextil2024! 🌟Stay tuned for more updates!🌟 #Techtextil2024 #SustainableDefence #ECOBALLIFE #CITEVE #Innovation

📸 ECOBALLIFE Consortium Meeting at CEA 🤝These snapshots capture collaborative moments during our consortium M6 meeting at CEA-List Digiteo Saclay in Paris 🇫🇷. Let’s delve into the highlights! 🚀 🌐Defining Military Protection Research Ecosystem (MPRE): We’re crafting a community living lab blueprint for cutting-edge solutions. 🛡️ More exciting updates are on the horizon! Stay tuned! 🌟 ⚖️Social, Legal, Ethical, and Privacy Considerations: Navigating complexities with care. 🤔 📑 Assessment & Validation Study: Rigorous evaluation—ensuring excellence. 🔬🧪  🌱Eco-Design & Simulation: Sustainability meets innovation 💡   🙌Gratitude to Our Host Partner, CEA, for an enriching experience that included a fascinating lab visit 🥼 and a dynamic networking event. Together, we’re shaping the future of European defence! 🛡️   👏 Congratulations to all the partners for being part of this initiative! TECNALIA Research & Innovation AITEX VTT CEA CITEVE Miilux Oy Exote Oy Leonardo FYC Plus Ethics Petroceramics OLMAR | Autoclaves & Additive Manufacturing Everythink Sasia Reciclagem Fibras Têxteis AMIRES BOGGES, spol. s r.o.   #ECOBALLIFE #DefenseInnovation #EuropeanSecurity #Innovation #MilitaryTech

🔍 Introducing ECOBALLIFE: Advancing European Defence Innovation! 🛡️🌐 🌟 ECOBALLIFE, "Research in eco-designed ballistic systems for durable, lightweight protection against current and new threats in the platform and personal applications", is on a mission to fortify European defence capabilities and enhance the competitiveness of the European defence industry. 🚀 Let's dive into the details! 📌 What Is ECOBALLIFE? ECOBALLIFE is a research project funded by #EDF that focuses on knowledge, materials, and cutting-edge technologies to elevate protection against a wide spectrum of threats—from blast overpressure to lasers and microwaves. European safety is our priority. 💪 📌 Key Objectives: ✅Weight & Cost Reduction: Ecoballife aims to create lightweight solutions without compromising protection levels. ⚖️💰 ✅Extended Material Lifespan: Aging gracefully! The project seeks to increase material longevity. ⏳ ✅Eco-Friendly Materials: Sustainability matters—easy recycling is a must. 🌱 ✅European Independence: We're securing Europe's autonomy in materials procurement. 🇪🇺 ✅Rigorous Testing: ECOBALLIFE will validate and test its innovative solutions. 🔬🧪   📌 Collaboration Across the Chain: From raw material industries to validation and test facilities, ECOBALLIFE is weaving together a robust network. 🤝🌐 📌Proofs of Concept: 1️⃣Personal Protection Systems: Think ballistic vests and helmets—ECOBALLIFE is revolutionizing how we shield our soldiers. 🛡️🪖 2️⃣Platform Protection: Spall liners and Add-on Armours (AoAs) will reinforce vehicles' underbelly and crew compartments. 🚔🔒 👏 Congratulations to all our partners for being part of this transformative initiative! Together, we're shaping the future of European security. 🇪🇺🔐 TECNALIA Research & Innovation AITEX VTT CEA CITEVE Miilux Oy Exote Oy Leonardo FYC Plus Ethics Petroceramics OLMAR | Autoclaves & Additive Manufacturing Everythink Sasia Reciclagem Fibras Têxteis AMIRES BOGGES, spol. s r.o. #ECOBALLIFE #DefenseInnovation #EuropeanSecurity #Innovation #MilitaryTech #StrongerEurope #EUDefenceIndustry